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| Malaysian flag etiquette - do’s and don’ts Posted: 04 Jul 2011 05:27 AM PDT > The National flag should never be flown above another country's flag on the same staff as this would suggest superiority, or conversely, inferiority of one flag, or nation, over another. > The Malaysian flag should never be allowed to drag along the ground. > A tattered or faded flag of Malaysian should be removed and replaced with a new flag. > Due care and consideration must be taken to ensure that the Malaysian flag is always flown the correct way up. > A flag of Malaysia, when in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem of display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning in private with all due care and respect. > Half Staff or Half Mast — the Malaysian flag is hoisted to half of the potential height of the flag pole to denote grief and mourning. > Performed by first raising the Malaysian flag to the top, then lowering the Malaysian flag halfway. > Distress — denoted by flying the Malaysian flag upside-down. > Manner of hoisting — The Malaysian flag should be hoisted briskly and lowered ceremoniously. > No disrespect should be shown to the Malaysian flag. > The Malaysian flag should never be fastened, displayed, used, or stored in such a manner as to permit the flag to be easily torn, soiled, or damaged in any way. > The Malaysian flag should never have placed upon it, nor on any part of it, nor attached to it any mark, insignia, letter, word, figure, design, picture, or drawing on the flag of any nature. > The Malaysian flag should be hoisted first and lowered last. > International flag relating to Malaysian flag usage forbids the display of the flag of one nation above that of another nation in time of peace. Related Stories: |
| Posted: 04 Jul 2011 05:23 AM PDT UPGRADING WORK Maju Expressway will implement upgrading work from now to July 24 from 10am to 4pm. The locations are: north-bound – KM1, KM2, KM8 and KM10 while on the south-bound – KM 1 (ramp near Kampung Pandan roundabout), KM11 and KM24. Highway users are advised to comply with the instructions provided. WALK FOR HEALTH Take the first step towards better health by participating in the Jacob's 'Walk of Life' at Taman Botani Negara, Shah Alam on July 17. Participants should arrive between 6am and 7.30am. The walk will start at 8.30am. Come join 10,000 Malaysians as they jointly make a pledge to health at the 6km walk. There will be loads of activities including BMI checks and goodie bags for registered participants. Registration closes on July 8. Sign up for the walk or get more information at www.jacobs.com.my. ANNIVERSARY SESSION The Manipal Alumni Association of Malaysia (MAAM) will be having its 25th Anniversary Convention from July 14 to 17 at Holiday Villa Subang. Manipal Medical College has produced close to 5,000 Malaysian graduates since 1954. It now as multiple faculties including medical, dental, engineering, pharmaceutical and other allied health courses. The MAAM functions as a liaison body to keep graduates in touch. For details, call 03-22827355 or 03-22011555 or log on to www.manipal.org.my. BUDDHIST TALK There will be a talk by the 12th Zurmang Gharwang Riponche, the supreme holder of the Zurmang Whispering Lineage titled "Happiness Lies within You" on July 10 from 10am to 4 pm. The talk will be held at the multipurpose hall in Kolej Bandar Utama, Persiaran Bukit Utama, Petaling Jaya. For details, call Helen (012-2182351) or Bin Eng (012-2310656). JAPANESE MUSIC In conjunction with KL Festival, the Japan Foundation of Kuala Lumpur is inviting minyo (Japanese folk song) and taiko drummer Shigeri Kitsu for a series of traditional music performances in Kuala Lumpur. The performances will be held at the Mini Auditorium, Malaysia Tourism Centre (MaTic), Jalan Ampang at 8.30pm on July 10 and 11. Admission is free but entrance passes are required. For details, call 03-22846228. MUSIC PREVIEW The Rainforest World Music Festival takes place from July 8 to 10 at the Sarawak Cultural Village in Kuching, Sarawak. A sneak preview of the event will be held at the Taylor's University Lakeside Campus today and tomorrow. For details, call 03-2080 8305 (Angel Ng). HEPATITIS AWARENESS University Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) is organising a Health Awareness Campaign on Hepatitis, in conjunction with World Hepatitis Day on July 10, from 7am to 10am at Titiwangsa Park, KL. Health exhibition, counselling on immunisation and treatment for Hepatitis disease will be done. Participation is free. Full Feed Generated by Get Full RSS, sponsored by USA Best Price. |
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